$57K
Scholarships awarded to help remove economic barriers
16K+
New and eligible voters registered
42K+
STEM careers shared to help diversify the field
1,200+
Mental health resource guides shared among peers
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22K+
Hours spent volunteering in communities
3,900+
Stories of climate injustice added to the “Youth Map of Climate Injustice"
2022
YEAR IN REVIEW
In 2022, young people chose DoSomething to amplify their voices and make change in their communities. Let’s reflect on how they got here.
Youth-Centered Impact:
A DoSomething Report
DeNora Getachew
Chief Executive Office
John Faucher
Board Chair
2022 was a year of introspection and evolution at DoSomething. Our key priority coming out of our COVID cocoon was to listen to and learn from young people about what motivates them to join DoSomething. We spent time understanding their vision for the future–and turned that into strategy and action.
The resounding message from DoSomething members was clear and compelling: social impact must actually be impactful. It must be enduring and lead to systemic change. It must recognize that social movements are intersectional and that in order to achieve impact we need to center the voices of those most proximate to the change we seek to achieve.
With these factors as our north star, we are excited to embark upon a new mission, vision and strategic plan to meet the needs of new generations of activists, volunteers and young leaders coming of age during this incredibly tumultuous, yet opportune time.
DoSomething fuels young people to change the world!
We spent 2022 refining our why and experimenting with new approaches to bring this new direction to life.
With 17 million young people slated to reach the legal voting age between the 2020 and 2024 elections–and determined to make a difference–our 2023 resolutions are to:
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Stay proximate to and center the conviction, energy and passion of young leaders who are championing causes clearly, fervently and unapologetically; and
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Be clear about the role we can play in helping young people create the multiracial, accessible, inclusive, and representative society and democracy we all deserve to live in.
We thank all of our supporters for all you’ve done to help us light the spark of millions of young people over the last twenty-nine years. We invite you to join us in year thirty and beyond as there is more to do!
With gratitude,
LETTER FROM LEADERSHIP
REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS
69%
of young people were “fired up” or “somewhat motivated” to vote because of recent changes to access to reproductive health
STUDENT DEBT
68%
of young people still felt uncertain about their future economic opportunities after the federal student loan forgiveness relief
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CIVIC PARTICIPATION
47%
of young people were “very hopeful” that voting will make meaningful change in their community
YOUTH VOICE
17%
of young people feel that lawmakers consider their voices in policy decisions
CHALLENGES ON ELECTION DAY
36%
of young people said they didn’t have time off from work or school to vote
ELECTION DAY
81%
of young people want Election Day to be a national holiday
SNAP POLL
We launched our first ever snap poll in October 2022, inviting young people to weigh in on the issues of the day. The poll captured the sentiments of 600+ young people on issues that were top of mind heading into the 2022 midterm elections.
2022 was a big year for our research team, the DoSomething Discovery Lab. They spent time engaging with our members to better understand what exactly is on their minds –and what causes and issues they care most about. What we discovered directly informed the programs and offerings we built for our members.
WHAT WE LEARNED
TOWN HALL: THE STATE OF YOUTH ACTIVISM
In tandem with the launch of our new strategic plan, our Town Hall featured DoSomething members, youth activists, and philanthropic leaders to explore how young people are keeping their civic spark alive during these uncertain times and how organizations can evolve their social impact programming to better support their quest for long-lasting change.
ARINA, 18
“I believe that we must do our best to protect our earth. I founded Sunny Isles Beach Cleanup with the efforts to organize beach cleanups, make fun, social, and educational events, and to help our world…Now, I can see that the efforts of the volunteers and myself have paid off. I believe that with every piece picked up, a difference can be made.”
GTFO: Get The Filter Out
ALBERTO, 17
“Going into a new school year contains a whirlpool of emotions, all of which may lead to heavy emotional damage...When encountering this scholarship, I knew I wanted to participate in honor of my friend who committed suicide halfway through my sophomore year. I had known him since the 6th grade, and we created unforgettable memories. I will continue to further my education, taking him with me and honoring his name.”
New School Year, New Friends: You Belong Here
MEGAN, 18
“Getting younger people to vote is essential for the future of our country, state, and local government… Even if you voted and the candidate you chose didn’t win, at least an effort was put into making a change for the future. I am representing the image of a young voter and encouraging others to vote along my side to increase the power of our young voices.”
Your Plan, Your Vote
AUDREY, 17
“Voting can affect the lives of all Americans in their daily lives: people can receive better healthcare, financial aid, and even basic needs like clean water…I am extremely proud of how DoSomething leads Americans to have their voice heard. Voting is not an action that is to be taken lightly and DoSomething’s emphasis on why its importance is what drew me towards this campaign in the first place.”
The Future is Now: Your Voice, Your Vote
LUCAS, 18
“Food is a basic human necessity and in our amazing country no one should go hungry…I gathered 55 cans in roughly two hours by going door to door in my neighborhood. Imagine what could be accomplished if everyone in the world took 15 minutes out of their day, and helped aid someone in need. I enjoyed this challenge because it allowed me to engage in something I am passionate about–helping others.”
Tackle Hunger
THE CHANGEMAKERS
We’re proud to offer the opportunity to earn scholarships by completing our volunteer, social impact, or civic action programs. These scholarships, awarded based on merit and clearly delineated criteria, help remove the economic blockers that prevent young people from stepping into their power and accessing economic mobility.
In 2022, we awarded a total of $57,000 to 43 scholarship winners, bringing our total scholarships awarded to $1.3M over the last twelve years!
Our scholarship opportunities never require an essay, GPA requirement, recommendations, or application.
Meet some of our standout changemakers today!
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2022 DOSOMETHING STRATEGIC CLIENTS
SUPPORTING COMPUTER SCIENCE STUDENTS
DoSomething Strategic partnered with The College Board to bring a STEM Hackathon to life in February 2022. Our goal was to increase AP Computer Science test participation amongst Black and Latinx high school students. Over 300 students from across the country joined us for our one-day Hackathon event. Post-event surveys showed that students were more interested in and felt more capable to take the AP test just a few months later.
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ECONOMIC BLOCKERS
In the summer of 2022, the DoSomething Discover Lab conducted a two-part survey to understand the top economic blockers young people faced in 2022. The survey assessed how young people are faring economically, their outlook on their futures, and how they prioritize their spending. Economic mobility was top of mind for young people in 2022, with 86% saying that finding quality work, characterized by livable wages, benefits, hours, job satisfaction, and in a place they can afford was important to their economic security. Yet, only 15% were confident they could attain it.
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DOSOMETHING STRATEGIC
DoSomething Strategic (DSS) is the strategy consulting arm of DoSomething. DSS has nearly a decade of experience decoding young people’s perspectives on behaviors related to the political and economic conditions they face. They offer actionable insights to support organization’s strategies to engage Gen Z as consumers, employees, or community members. 100% of DoSomething Strategic’s profits support DoSomething’s mission to fuel young people to change the world.
MILESTONES
DeNora was featured on ChedHer to discuss the work that DoSomething is doing to center young people and amplify their voices in all facets of our work.
DeNora joined Tiffany Cross on The Cross Connection on MSNBC to discuss one monumental question: Can young people save our democracy?
DeNora and Vice President of Development Jenn More spoke with Rhea Wong about the importance of building a strong relationship between a CEO and development team.
DeNora joined Marketing Today host Alan Hart to discuss why brands should care about their social impact and how Gen Z is forcing companies to evolve.
In summer 2022, DeNora shared her thoughts on why she believes now is the time for all of us, especially young Black people, to come together to claim our democracy.
AUDACY
Valeria Villarroel, Director of Marketing, and Amoreena Crispino, Marketing Associate, represented DoSomething at Audacy’s Leading Ladies Concert where a portion of all ticket sales supported DoSomething.
ENGAGE FOR GOOD
At Engage for Good, DeNora Getachew shared DoSomething’s perspective and experience in building sustainable social impact programs
SOCIAL INNOVATION SUMMIT
DeNora Getachew joined the Changemakers panel to discuss how to engage employees through meaningful community impact work.
COCA-COLA COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SUMMIT
VP of Marketing and Communications Max Steinman shared insights into authentically engaging Gen Z and building meaningful partnerships with over 200+ non-profit partners at the Coca-Cola Community Engagement Summit.
YOUTH ASSEMBLY
Our Programming and Impact team joined AFS Intercultural Programs 27th Youth Assembly for a powerful conversation to inspire young people to continue rooting their work in empathy, collaboration, and community.
ALLSTATE SUGAR BOWL
We rang in the new year honoring the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team® at the Allstate Sugar Bowl. The 22 college football players nominated to the Good Works Team have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to service in their communities. We invited young people at the Superdome (and everywhere) to join them by making a New Year’s resolution to work together to make positive change.
DRIVING CONVERSATIONS
To continue our work of designing and building programs for young people to change the world, our staff has been out in the broader world, driving conversations that signal our proximity to young people and our role in helping them claim our democracy.
STRATEGIC CAMPAIGNS & MARKETING PARTNERS
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WE ❤️ OUR SUPPORTERS
SUPPORTERS
Over 17,000 voters registered
VOTER REGISTRATION
Our rallying cry to young people remains that their voice–and their vote–matters. DoSomething registered 17,376 new voters. More than 360,000 voters have registered through DoSomething since 2018.
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FEATURED PROGRAM
2,775 MEMBERS LEARNED THEIR LEADERSHIP STYLE
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2,775 members learned their civic leadership style and their individual role in claiming our democracy. In addition, 361 volunteered to be poll workers through our partnership with Power the Polls. It’s no surprise young people turned up at the polls to make their voice heard on key issues like reproductive rights, environmental justice, educational equity, and mental health.
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My vote is my voice. It’s my way of telling my elected officials what I care about and what I want them to do. It’s my way of holding them accountable. Voting is also how I exercise my rights as a citizen. It’s how I participate in the democratic process. And finally, voting is how I make sure that my voice is heard.
- DoSomething member Benjamin J., 18
DEMOCRACY AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
We’ve said it once, and we’ll say it again: democracy is a full contact sport. Many claim young people are apathetic to politics, yet the positive momentum from the 2022 midterm elections proves otherwise. Not only did Floridians elect Maxwell Frost as the first Gen Z member of Congress, but the 2022 midterms recorded the 2nd highest youth voter turnout in 30 years during a midterm election cycle. 2022 was definitely the year for DoSomething members, and young people writ large, to step into their civic power and make change in their communities.
HOW OUR MEMBERS TOOK ACTION
Our 2022 programming propelled the next generation of changemakers to step into their civic leadership and find their voice in claiming our democracy. Members made monumental impact on the election, mental health, equity and inclusion, and the environment, which was not only transformative, but historic.
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Against the backdrop of a global pandemic and an intersectional reckoning for equity and justice, we launched this strategic planning process to reexamine our mission and vision; ensure that our goals are bold and clear; that our programming is inspiring and systemic; and that the voices and perspectives of young people remain the catalyzing force centering DoSomething. It is through this lens that we present DoSomething’s new strategic plan.
– DeNora Getachew, DoSomething CEO
PULSE CHECK SURVEY
In order to shape new programming and evolve our hub for youth-centered activism, in April 2022, we launched our bi-annual Pulse Check Survey to give us a direct avenue to learn what our member collective is thinking.
#WeDidThat
We launched a new quarterly report #WeDidThat, to inform our members about their collective impact this year. A youth-forward and digestible report, #WeDidThat centers the voices of DoSomething members to their peers and elevates the awe-inspiring change they are making in their communities.
PAST EDITIONS:
In our thirtieth year, we are proud to share our new strategic plan.
The past two years sparked a seismic shift toward equity and justice, led in large part by young people seeking to claim our democracy and their role in it.
To respond, DoSomething underwent a robust strategic planning process–reflecting on our past and evolving to meet the needs of young people eager for systemic social change.
OUR NEW MISSION
We fuel young people to change the world
OUR NEW VISION
For young people to collectively change the world by taking action on the most pressing issues to them
48%
Notice an impact on their mental health because of climate change
82%
Of members engaged in actions to make their community a more desirable place
38%
Said their well-being was positively impacted by time spent at school
CHARLES H. REVSON FOUNDATION
The Charles H. Revson Foundation awarded DoSomething and partner organization YVote/Next Gen Politics a grant to tackle an ambitious local project: instilling New York City’s young people with strong civic identity, agency, and efficacy and equipping them to be lifelong, engaged civic actors. As part of this two year long grant, DoSomething conducted a robust landscape analysis of the New York City civic ecosystem to determine the opportunities and shortcomings that exist for young people in the city. This research will inform the next phase of the project: the creation of a youth steering committee; civic coalition of key stakeholders providing civic engagement opportunities for young people; community conversations with young people across the city to gauge their perspectives on democracy and voting; and the formation of a digital hub that makes civic participation more accessible and equitable for young people in New York City.
Members shared over 3,900 stories of climate injustice
SEE US, HEAR US
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DoSomething launched See Us, Hear Us in January 2022 in partnership with the General Motors Foundation to educate young people about climate injustice and environmental racism. Reimagined in December with Timberland, we gave them a space to envision and bring to life a greener future. Our members shared 3,909 stories of climate injustice with us, which we added to the “Youth Map of Climate Injustice” to show the world exactly how climate change is affecting the lives of young people.
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CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE
As they navigate the intersection of the climate crisis and social justice, we’ve seen a dramatic rise in activism and action among Gen Z. In fact, over 78% of DoSomething members believe that low-income individuals and communities of color are more likely to suffer from medical conditions as a result of climate change. And there is overwhelming evidence showing they’re right.
OUR INSPIRATION
As we head into our next year, we are reminding ourselves of who matters most: young people. Our staff shared why we’re inspired by the next generation of activists. We can’t wait to watch them change the world!
NEW BOARD MEMBERS
Four new directors were voted on to the Board of Directors in 2022. They join our organization at a critical time as we reimagine our work to activate and catalyze youth for systemic change.
SAMEER AJAMANI
Sameer leads the Google team developing Go, an open source programming language that makes it easy to build simple, reliable, and efficient software. Go is the language of modern cloud infrastructure, including Kubernetes, Istio, Docker, Cloudflare, and DropBox. Prior to Go, Sameer developed technical infrastructure for Google Maps, image and video serving, large-scale storage, and parallel data processing.
ANDY CHERN
Andy serves as Partner at SYPartners and has led work with organizations such as IBM, Coach, WW, NBCUniversal, and CVS Health. From purpose and culture, to corporate strategy, growth platforms, and consumer experience, Andy partners with senior leaders and their teams to envision, design, and realize futures that don’t yet exist.
GRACE KO CHAU
Over the last eighteen years, Grace Ko Chau has held a variety of marketing roles at established and high growth companies, led consumer and business marketing organizations, directly managed marketing functions across brand, product marketing, growth marketing, and operation, and played critical leadership roles supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Grace currently serves as Vice President, Communities Marketing at Discord.
ROSELINDE TORRES
Roselinde Torres is Leadership Expert and TED talk speaker. She serves as WCS Chair of the Human Resources and Compensation Committee working with trustees and staff on issues of executive performance and compensation, pension plans, employee engagement, security and risk management, code of conduct, and leadership succession.
NEW HIRES
We welcomed 22 new staff members to the team this year! We’ve embedded our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging principles into the full lifecycle of our employee recruiting and retention process, enabling each team member to bring their own unique perspective to the work. In addition, we’ve built and hired staff to support our programming and product teams to embody the new work of our 2022-2025 strategic plan.
NEW OFFICE
We moved into our new New York headquarters in April 2022. Our team is adjusting nicely to the new space, allowing us to cultivate a culture of belonging both among the staff and our members. We welcomed a small cohort of members to our space in August 2022 to help shape the direction of our DoSomething member experience.
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HOT TEMPERATURES
Hot temperatures in cities around the globe lead to an increase in wildfires and “fire days”, as well as smoggy and polluted air. Our members shared that brown grass and vegetation were a direct result of the rising temperatures.
“As a Southern California resident, climate change has taken a big toll on us in terms of droughts, raging summer wildfires, and rising water levels. Our oceans are sparkly with gold shimmer because of all the oil pollution our beaches get, the sky is filled with so much smog we can't see the night sky, and consumer culture is such a big part of our lives that we waste manufactured goods and rack up landfills without a second thought.”
SEVERE STORMS
“I see my community being impacted by climate change all of the time. I see the farmland next to me being too soggy or not wet enough, and I see crops dying because it gets too cold or too hot in certain seasons.”
Severe storms like hurricanes cause increased flooding in cities located on water. This can lead to toxic water sources or even icy roads in places with fluctuating weather.
DROUGHT
Many communities across the country are experiencing drought at a higher rate than normal as a side effect of the climate crisis. Lack of rain leads to lakes, reservoirs, and vegetation all drying up; all increasing the chance of wildfires.
“Drought in combination with a high population has led to the emptying of large water sources such as the Colorado river which supplies many forms with water. The lack of rain has also caused the largest fires in my state's history in recent years. Since 8th grade every school year has fire days where you must stay home due to bad air quality danger.”
WARMER TEMPERATURES
When the temperature rises, it drastically affects local bodies of water, creating harmful algae which can affect local water sources and supply.
“The water in my community is constantly harmed by acid rainfall. It has become so toxic that no one is allowed to drink from the streams and ponds, and people are advised not to wade in the water. Algae sucks oxygen from the water, depleting fish and other aquatic animals that reside in the water. Some people actively harm the waters by throwing trash or dumping chemicals.”
LOSS OF SPECIES
Climate change affects species of all shapes and sizes. As the climate crisis amplifies, our members noted the loss and change of habitats, more invasive species, and bodies of water being filled with pollution.
“Due to the rising temperature of the ocean, the terrain [of my community] is more susceptible to the depletion of its coral reefs. This climate change is harmful to marine animals and an issue for land species that live in the everglades because of increased flooding in the area.”
FOOD INSECURITY
As the climate crisis intensifies, crop failures are more common, leading to an inability to access healthy and affordable foods in communities across the country.
“In upstate New York, farming is an important part of the community, but with changing weathers, crops are not being as well produced. It makes jobs tougher for farmers as they have to plan for watering and choosing which crops should go where. Every year gets worse with fields. Less and less fields are being able to be used from drought and flooding. The weather is unpredictable because of the pollution hurting the earth. I am worried that the situation will worsen as the years continue.”
HEALTH RISKS
Communities are being impacted by climate change both physically and mentally with an uptick in depression, hopelessness, asthma, and even cancer.
“I have experienced firsthand the fumes and gas seeping through building chimneys or from company trucks passing by my house. Living so close to industrialized properties has created a negative effect on my community as many people have suffered from major health issues like bronchitis , asthma, and even death solely by the hands of the toxic chemicals they’re exposed to. We as people should petition to relocate some of the power plants and landfills.”
REIMAGINE GREEN CITIES
Our members are reimagining greener cities, offering suggestions for more public transportation, walking, or even biking, fixing infrastructure, and supporting greener habits (like a community garden)!
“One way to make our community better would be to create more public parks so that we can have more green areas in the community and to advocate the use of public transportation or environment friendly transportation vehicles.”
EDUCATION
Our members are speaking up, protesting, and learning more about conservation and biodiversity to fight climate change. They are using their platforms to inform their peers about the effects of the climate crisis and how they can take action today.
“I built the highway with green spaces as a school project & used my voice on many events such as educating people, panels, internships… I was on the news along with New York senator, representatives, my classmates, & news reporters on how we can have this dream turn into reality.”
TURN MOVEMENTS INTO ACTION
Advocating for innovation is top of mind for our members as they look for green solutions.
"...I view better water filtration systems (possibly through mussels retrofitted with anti plastic enzymes in the pipes and fungal filters) as a top priority. I strive to invent new filtration systems using biological systems to improve the lives of those worst affected by this crisis."
POLICIES AND POLITICS
Greener futures start at the polls. Our members shared how they are engaging in the democratic processes and supporting and seeking laws that help regulate the environment.
“I envision a world where our government takes definite action to level the playing field, giving those impacted by climate injustice a voice in our system.”
PROTECT NATURE
Protecting nature includes cleaning and moving dump sites, managing and protecting our national parks, oceans, jungles, rivers, and lakes, and planting more trees and using less water! It’s also small actions like stopping smoking or littering.
“My vision for a greener future is to have a reforestation campaign in which the land that we cut and take away … from… animals is rebuilt. We should set aside some land and build up conservations for not only the animals but also planting the same number of trees that are destroyed equalizing the destruction we are to cause to nature.”
INVEST IN RENEWABLE ENERGY
Our members know that their way to a greener future is investing in renewable energy. This looks like wind turbines, solar panels, nuclear energy, and decarbonizing the grid.
“My vision for a greener future includes clean energy, such as wind turbines and solar panels, to harness the natural energy the world provides and harness it in our great American cities.”
CLEAN UP INDUSTRY
Members shared that green practices like using biodegradable materials helps clean up industries. They also advocate for regulating companies in agriculture, oil, and construction.
"Chicago’s South Side has the city’s most polluted neighborhoods because of steel mills, manufacturing and coal plants...I became the first Aeroponics Practitioner for Imani Village, an initiative established to create a sustainable, eco-friendly community that empowers the Pullman area and surrounding Chicago communities."
WELL-BEING AND MENTAL HEALTH
From a global pandemic to socioeconomic inequality, young people are searching for meaningful ways to care for themselves and their peers as they navigate these uncertain times. They are leveraging storytelling, digital platforms, and culturally-competent resources to remind their peers that no matter how alone they may feel, there is always someone in their corner.
1,246 Members shared the Vibe Check Resource Guide
VIBE CHECK
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Powered by support from Blue Shield of California, we launched Vibe Check to engage our members in powerful conversations about their mental health. One thousand two hundred and forty-six DoSomething members shared Vibe Check Resource guides, to help young people navigate their mental health journey. We also helped young people advocate to their elected officials to improve mental health funding in schools.
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FEATURED PROGRAM
In October 2022, we hosted a community conversation about mental health featuring mentors, therapists, and leaders from diverse backgrounds. Our panelists included Alex Hardy, Jasmine Lewis, Dr. Hisla Bates, and Isabel Nappa.
Especially during high school, teenagers go through a lot –both in and out of school– as they navigate their journey through growing up. It’s important to me that those I care about know that I’m there for them, whenever they need me, and that they would do the same for me. Having a strong support system around you is vital to living a fulfilled and happy life, and it all starts with making sure you’re taking care of yourself mentally.
- DoSomething member Emma M., 18
I am part of tomorrow’s future, so it is up to me to decide what changes to make that would improve the development of the future I will find myself in. As a teenager right now, it’s sad reading about other teens' deaths due to car crashes in the US everyday. By participating and getting others to follow the tips I have shared about driving safety, it is a place to start for change. Nothing is impossible if we have the support of others willing to participate in a Zero Crash Future.
- DoSomething member Praise A., 17
Members shared 2,700 phone covers with safe driving tips
#ZeroCrashFuture
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DoSomething launched #ZeroCrashFuture, with support from the General Motors Foundation, to activate and educate young people, drivers (and soon-to-be drivers!), passengers, and pedestrians to do their part to end distracted driving. They told us their vision for a #ZeroCrashFuture and shared 2,700 phone covers with safe driving tips. Following the program, 49% of members told us they would feel comfortable talking with friends and family about distracted driving.
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Members shared 661 welcome notes and guides with new and younger students
NEW SCHOOL YEAR, NEW FRIENDS: YOU BELONG HERE
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In partnership with Mattel brand Monster High, New School Year, New Friends: You Belong Here encourages positive relationships among peers in school. DoSomething members shared 661 welcome notes and guides with new and younger students to help them feel a sense of belonging at the start of the school year.
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I know that by making even just a small welcome guide or note and giving it to somebody who may be feeling low, can change their perspective on high school. It can make their outlook on their future for years much brighter. It can help them to create relationships that will last a lifetime, and also to learn life skills. Even if it just means making one more friend, that could make all the difference for that one person.
- DoSomething member Makenna P., 17
WELLBEING AND MENTAL HEALTH
From a global pandemic to socioeconomic inequality, young people are searching for meaningful ways to feel connected to the causes–and people–they care about as they navigate these uncertain times. They are leveraging storytelling, digital platforms, and culturally-competent resources to remind their peers that no matter how alone they may feel, there is always someone in their corner.
EQUITY AND JUSTICE
Gen Z continues to inspire us with their energy and idealism to address racial, gender, socio-economic inequalities that prevent them from accessing and exercising their power.
Members shared over 42,000 STEM occupations
STEM WORKS FOR ME
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In addition to strengthening their communities, students were working toward equitable workplaces and creating a sense of belonging. Students from communities underrepresented in STEM fields are often unaware of career opportunities available to them, and often don’t “see” themselves represented. Powered by 3M Foundation, DoSomething members shared 42,418 STEM occupations through our STEM Works for Me quiz, increasing their knowledge of STEM careers.
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A fun game of ‘Two Truths and a Lie’ with STEM activist Alexis Williams on UCLA’s campus illuminates the need for robust and equitable STEM education in schools across the country.
Members shared more than 1,000 STEM Resource Guides
MAKE STEM 100%
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Our Make STEM 100% community conversation helped young people increase their knowledge and confidence in building their own STEM roadmap.
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In the US, only twenty percent of high school graduates are prepared for college-level coursework in STEM. In partnership with 3M Foundation and General Motors, Make STEM 100% ensures our members have access to equitable and robust STEM education to close this readiness gap. In the first six weeks of the program, members have shared more than 1,000 STEM resources guides with their peers.
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Each individual field within STEM is integral to learning more about the world and ourselves through a logical and factual perspective. By sharing STEM knowledge, tools, and resources, I am aiding in making STEM a more diverse and well-known area of education and expertise, while also helping others by offering them the opportunity to learn and discover things that they might have never even imagined.
- DoSomething member Ivy T., 16
Members spent over 22,000 hours volunteering
STRENGTH THROUGH SERVICE
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Launched on Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service and reimagined in late 2022 in partnership with the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team ®, our Strength Through Service program helped young people take action locally, addressing causes like mental health, food insecurity, education, and literacy. DoSomething members spent over 22,134 hours volunteering their time to strengthen their communities this past year.
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Two summers ago, I began volunteering at my local homeless shelter. After seeing how much they do for my community and how much need they had, I organized a canned food drive at my school and the response was better than I could have ever expected. Over the span of a week, we collected over 2,000 cans and other nonperishable food items. It was amazing to see how my own actions could make such an impact, especially as they benefited an organization I was already passionate about.
- DoSomething member Jenna T., 17
EQUITY AND JUSTICE
Gen Z is at the forefront of our intersectional reckoning for equity and justice. They continue their fight to address racial, gender, and socio-economic inequalities that exist in society today, preventing them and their peers from stepping into their civic leadership.
WE SEE YOU
Our members are experiencing climate change in a variety of ways, directly impacting how they live their day-to-day lives. Click the images on the map to learn how the climate crisis is impacting their cities and towns:
WE HEAR YOU
Our members are ready to take action today to combat the climate crisis. Click the images on the map to learn how they are envisioning greener futures in their communities and building a better tomorrow.